Administrator Profiles

Suzanne Howland

Principal

A Warm Welcome from Principal Howland

1My name is Suzanne Howland, and I am thrilled to continue serving as the Principal of Lehighton Area High School for the 2026–2027 school year.    As a proud 1991 graduate of Lehighton Area High School, it is an honor to continue serving the community that has always meant so much to me. I have been a dedicated member of the Lehighton Area School District since 2001, serving in both teaching and administrative roles. Prior to my current position, I had the privilege of serving as principal at both Franklin and East Penn Elementary Schools.

My educational background includes a dual Bachelor of Arts in Sociology/Family Studies and Elementary Education from Albright College. I also hold a Master of Special Education in K–12 from East Stroudsburg University, an Educational Leadership Certificate/Principal Certification from Penn State University, and a Superintendent Certificate from the University of Scranton.

I strongly believe that community involvement, open communication, and celebrating the achievements of both students and staff are essential to fostering a positive educational environment. When parents, teachers, administrators, and students work together as a team, we can achieve our shared goal of providing a nurturing, disciplined, and challenging educational experience for every student. I remain committed to promoting student-centered instruction, academic excellence, personal growth, and mutual respect throughout our school community.

Lehighton Area School District is more than just where I work; it is where my family has grown and thrived. My children attended and graduated from our district, and my husband, William, operates his dental practice right here in town. Outside of school, my family and I enjoy traveling, skiing, attending sporting events, and spending quality time together. I am a die-hard fan of Duke men's basketball and enjoy following all NCAA men's and women's basketball. Although I have been strong-armed into cheering for the New York Giants and have attended many games at MetLife Stadium, my true sports passion remains on the basketball court. Boston is my favorite city, and I always enjoy returning to experience all that the city has to offer.

I am incredibly proud of our LASD students, staff, and administrators. Each plays an important role in making our school community strong and successful. As we begin the 2026–2027 school year, I look forward to building upon our successes, embracing new opportunities, and continuing to work together to provide our students with the support and opportunities they need to thrive.

Thank you for the continued support and for the tremendous opportunity to serve our students, families, and community. I am excited about the year ahead and look forward to making the 2026–2027 school year a wonderful and successful one for everyone at Lehighton Area High School.

Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns at showland@lehighton.org or by calling 610-377-6180.

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Floyd Brown

Principal

A Warm Welcome from Principal Brown

My name is Floyd Brown, and I am honored to serve as a Principal at Lehighton Area High School. I have been a committed member of the Lehighton Area School District since 2002. My career began as a fourth-grade learning support teacher at Franklin Elementary, later transitioning to a similar role at the high school level.

Throughout my tenure, I have held various leadership positions, including Assistant Supervisor of Special Services and Principal of Lehighton Area Middle School. In addition to my administrative responsibilities, I am proud to continue serving as head coach of the Lehighton High School wrestling team.

Education was not my initial professional path. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science from Penn State University and began my career as an exercise physiologist in the cardiac rehabilitation department at St. Luke’s Hospital. I later transitioned into the technology sector, completing the Systems Engineer Development Program at Electronic Data Systems (EDS) and working as a systems engineer on the Bethlehem Steel account. During that time, I also volunteered as a coach within the district, which reignited my passion for working with students and ultimately led me to pursue a career in education.

I returned to school to earn my master’s degree in Special Education from East Stroudsburg University. I hold teaching certifications in Special Education (K–12) and General Science (7–12), as well as certifications in Special Education Supervision and School Administration (Principal), which I obtained through Edinboro University.

As a proud Lehighton graduate and lifelong resident of the community, I am deeply invested in the success of our students and schools. My wife, Keri, and I are the proud parents of two daughters, one of whom is a recent Penn State graduate while the other currently attends Penn State. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family, attending Penn State football games, and following both high school and college wrestling. I’m an avid supporter of the Penn State Nittany Lions, Philadelphia Eagles, and Philadelphia Phillies.

I am excited for the 2026–2027 school year and look forward to continuing to support our students, staff, and community in achieving a successful and rewarding year. I am proud to be part of the Lehighton Area School District and look forward to all that we will accomplish together